If Bill Cosby’s arrest and subsequent conviction taught us anything, it’s that no one is too famous or too beloved to be charged with sexual assault. It is also a great reminder of the statute of limitations on sexual assault can dramatically impact rape cases. In fact, Cosby would not have been arrested for this 2004 offense, if […]
Kink, S&M and Domestic Violence Charges Don’t Have to go Together
It’s fair to assume that most people don’t wish to be beaten by their spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend or other intimate partner. But it’s not accurate to say no one wants to be hit by their lover. In fact, many people throughout the world enjoy a little pain with their pleasure and participate in healthy, and […]
The Most Common Holiday Crimes -Oceanside Criminal Lawyer
Everyone has certain things they expect to happen around the holidays, whether that means a special Christmas event at church, a New Year’s Eve night out with friends, a massive meal with family or a gift-giving extravaganza. But these expectations and celebrations often also lead to legal trouble and just as Halloween often results in […]
All About Registry on the Megan’s Law Website
Any attorney will tell you that being convicted of a sex crime can be one of the most life-changing events a person can go through. This is because even after serving time, he or she may still be required to register on the California sex offender database. While not all of these offenses require sex […]
It’s Not Just Unethical for Therapists to Have Sex With Patients, It’s Illegal
When someone goes to a therapist or psychologist, they are often in a vulnerable state. That is why psychologist, therapists and other registered mental health professionals are expected to avoid engaging in sexual relationships with their patients. In fact, San Diego sex crime lawyers warn that is not just unethical, it’s also illegal for therapists […]
How The Rape Kit Builds Evidence for the Prosecution
When someone has been accused of rape, one of the strongest indicators of guilt can be forensic evidence. But while most people are aware that DNA can be recovered after a rape, they aren’t aware of how physical evidence used in a rape case is collected and that it often doesn’t automatically prove guilt. Here’s […]
Human Trafficking Laws in California: Offenses and Penalties
Human trafficking is the legal name for slavery, but human trafficking laws in California aren’t limited to only involuntary servitude. In fact, if you violate California’s pimping and pandering laws and the prostitute in question is a minor, you could also be charged with violating human trafficking laws in California, even if you did not […]
Have You Been Accused of Prostitution or Solicitation in San Diego?
Prostitution and solicitation of prostitution are two of the most common sex crimes in the world. The good news is that as long as these crimes involve two or more willing adults, they are actually two of the least serious sex crimes in California. That is why most of these charges do not result in […]
Predator Chat Room Sting Operations in San Diego Lawyers
One thing many people wonder about is “how are pedophiles caught?” And there are actually many, many ways this can happen. Some people are charged with child molestation after their victims come forward, others are caught trading child porn and others are caught in chat room sting operations. Child predator chat room sting operations can be illegal […]
A Look Back at All the Crimes in Pulp Fiction -and There’s a Lot
It’s hard to believe, but Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction celebrated its 25th anniversary in May. To celebrate a legendary film full of violence, drug use and other crimes, violent crimes lawyer Peter M. Liss has taken the time to explore the full range of crimes in Pulp Fiction. The Theft That Kicks it Off While […]
